Events and Job Fairs
Welcome to the Blaby District Council Employment Events page. Here, you'll find information about various initiatives and programs designed to support residents in their job search and career development.
Our events include workshops, job fairs, and one-on-one sessions with employment advisers, all aimed at helping you enhance your skills and connect with potential employers.
Whether you're just starting your career or looking for new opportunities, our events provide valuable resources and support to help you succeed.
Stay tuned for updates on upcoming events and join us to take the next step in your professional journey.
The Job Club offers a range of services, including assistance with CV writing, interview preparation, and job searching strategies, attendees can also benefit from one-on-one sessions with employment advisers.
The sessions are open to all Blaby District residents, providing a welcoming space to gain valuable skills and connect with local opportunities. Whether you're looking for your first job or seeking new opportunities, the Job Club is here to help you achieve your career goals, and being delivered in conjunction with the National Careers Service.
Confirmed dates and times are the following:
- Thursday 19 June - 10.30am - 12:30pm
- Thursday 24 July - 10.30am - 12:30pm
- Thursday 21 August 10.30am - 12:30pm
- Thursday 25 September 10.30am - 12:30pm
If you want more information then please email enterprisingblaby@blaby.gov.uk or call Lewis on 07880 393338
In 2025 we will be hosting two Job and Skills Fairs and the dates for those are the following:
- Wednesday 2 July
- Wednesday 24 September
All of the job fairs are hosted at the Council offices in Narborough between the hours of 2pm - 4:30pm. We also have a break-out room for those who may need a quieter space during the Job and Skills Fair.
Confirmed businesses, training providers and organisations:
Businesses:
- Home Instead
- Everyone Active
- Jobs at Fosse Park
- Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service
- Civil Service Roles
- Valary Hotels - Hilton Leicester
- Data Image Group
- Translink Express
- Blaby District Council
- Arriva
Training Providers:
- Leicester College
- Twin Group
- B2W Group
- Skills Bootcamps across Leicestershire
- North Warwickshire and South Leicester College
Organisations:
- King's Trust
- Voluntary Action Leicester
- Access 2 Work
- National Careers Service (Futures4You)
How to find us
- If you're travelling by train, Cross Country trains run direct to Narborough Station, followed by a short walk to the council offices.
- By bus, the Arriva 50 route runs approximately every 20 minutes from Leicester to Desford Road, Narborough and then just a short walk to the Blaby District Council offices
- If you are coming by car, we have free visitor parking available at the offices. If you use Weaver Street car park you will need to pay and display a ticket.
If you're interested in attending or finding out more information, please email enterprisingblaby@blaby.gov.uk